April 25, 2025 Reader, People think if you’re logical, you’ll make a lot of money. But that’s not how humans work. Look around...does this world look logical to you? We’re living in a trust recession. People see 13,000 ads a day and ignore 12,999 of them. Why? Because most people pitch features, stats, and credentials, trying to “logic” their way into someone’s wallet. But humans don’t buy with logic. They buy with emotion, then justify with logic later. So sell your story, NOT your product....
about 18 hours ago • 2 min read
April 24, 2025 Reader, In this episode of the Content Era Podcast, we sit down with Joe Granitto — a full-time IT professional who blew up on Instagram, growing from just 390 followers to over 150,000 in under a year… all while juggling a 9-5 job, family life, and a camera in hand. If you’re a content creator, or trying to grow your personal brand while managing a busy schedule, this episode is for you. We talk about: Joe’s exact content strategy to grow fast on Instagram How to stay...
1 day ago • 1 min read
April 18, 2025 Reader, Last week, Jaz and I got flown out to Mexico City to shoot content for a Fortune 500 brand— one you probably interact with at least once a week. Jaz and I in the gear room We were in their offices for three 10-hour days. It was intense, but in the best way. And somewhere between takes and camera resets, I had a moment I didn’t expect. I was on break, sitting in their cafeteria, eating lunch with Jaz. I looked down at my food, then up at the wall across from me. In huge...
7 days ago • 3 min read
March 20, 2025 Reader, We've said it before and we'll say it again: One of the quickest ways to improve your video quality is by upgrading your audio. So in this video, I compare two of the most popular wireless microphones built for creators: the Ulanzi J12 mic and the Hollyland Lark M2. If you’re hunting for the best wireless microphone for social media content, this review is for you. I unbox the $40 budget Ulanzi J12, test its noise cancelling modes, and do a full wireless mic range test....
9 days ago • 1 min read
April 9, 2025 Reader, In this video, we share how to film professional videos with your iPhone! You’ll learn: ✅ The best setting to filming videos on an iPhone✅ Easy lighting set up for phone videos: Natural vs artificial light ✅ The best microphone to film videos with your phone✅ and more! Have any questions? Let us know in the comments! Chat soon, Seb & Jaz © Awake Abroad Media 2025 113 Cherry St #92768, Toronto, Ontario 98104-2205Unsubscribe · Preferences
16 days ago • 1 min read
March 20, 2025 Reader, Would you believe us if we told you that you can make reels in under 5 minutes? Best of all, without having to film every single time? Most people think they have to record something new and fresh every time they post a reel. But we're here to tell you that the secret to making reels fast isn't filming more, it's filming smarter. So in this video, we're breaking down our easy 5 minute reel workflow 🎞️ ⏰ This is the exact way that we shoot, organize, and use b-roll...
23 days ago • 1 min read
March 20, 2025 Reader, In this video, I break down how to get clients from instagram using lead magnets. I cover: – What kind of lead magnets actually work (with real examples) – How to get people to hire you without you being pushy – And how to turn content into clients—without 10k followers or dancing on Reels This is the same stuff we use to help generate leads for our clients inside PBA. If you’re tired of creating posts that get likes but no leads, you need to watch this. 👉 [Watch the...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Reader, We've entered into a new era of social media. This is where you have a decision to make by asking yourself... Do I keep praying that one day my content takes off? or Am I ready to follow a proven strategy to grow and sell on Instagram? In today's video, Jaz shares the latest strategies to get leads on Instagram: Why your current social media strategy isn't working The three key content types Real Estate pros and entrepreneurs should focus on to engage their audience How to build trust...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Reader, In today's video we share how you can master talking on camera in just 10 minutes. We share our secret camera confidence strategy that has allowed us to create hundreds of videos without feeling awkward or uncomfortable on camera. Don't just watch but USE these easy strategies to help you build trust with your audience and authority in your niche today. Chat soon, Seb and Jaz 113 Cherry St #92768, Toronto, Ontario 98104-2205Unsubscribe · Preferences
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Reader I'm going to be very vulnerable with you - business partnerships are HARD. And when that partner is also your spouse? It's like playing life on expert mode 😅 In this video, I'm breaking down the raw, unfiltered truth about running a business with your significant other. No sugar-coating, just real strategies that keep us sane (and successful) while building our dream together. This video is a rare opportunity to see what's behind the scenes of Awake Abroad Media Spoiler alert: It's...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
